Junior School Dance and Drama Teacher

Wenona is seeking an experienced and passionate Dance and Drama Teacher to join our Junior School and inspire creativity, confidence and self-expression in students from Kindergarten to Year 6. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is committed to delivering engaging and innovative Performing Arts experiences that foster imagination, collaboration and a lifelong appreciation of Dance and Drama. Based on Wenona's motto, Ut Prosim - “ That I May Serve, this role contributes to nurturing young women who are confident, creative and empowered to make meaningful contributions to their communities.

The Position

• Teach Dance and Drama through creative, inquiry-based learning with a deep understanding of contemporary performing arts pedagogy, curriculum and assessment practices.
• Collaborate and contribute to a team of professional educators, including cross-curricular and Co-Curricular initiatives.
• Collaborate with Junior School classroom teachers to ensure curriculum alignment and meaningful interdisciplinary learning opportunities
• Commitment to supporting the social and emotional wellbeing needs of all students
• Provide appropriate and differentiated artistic and academic engagements that enable each student to reach her potential.
• Adapt teaching strategies and approaches to best support student needs and the requirements of the NESA syllabus.
• Assess, record and provide feedback on the progress, development and attainment of students, maintaining records as required.
• Integrate technology and digital learning tools as appropriate to enrich student learning and engagemen…